All Levels
CHF 1,000
Business & Hotel Management School (BHMS)
Lucerne, Switzerland
"A private hospitality and business school in central Lucerne"
At a Glance
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About Business & Hotel Management School (BHMS)
BHMS Business & Hotel Management School is a private hospitality, business and culinary school in Lucerne, founded in 1998 and part of the Benedict Education Group. It has several campuses in Lucerne city centre and opened a campus in Zurich in August 2025. Its bachelor's degrees are awarded jointly with Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen, UK. Programmes alternate six-month academic semesters with six-month paid internships. It is ranked #12 for Hospitality and Leisure Management in the QS subject rankings 2026.
Rankings & Recognition
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Ranked #12 for Hospitality and Leisure Management in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
Accreditations & Memberships
EURHODIP
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American Hotel & Lodging Association
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
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Key Facts
1998
Founded
1,028
Total Students
994 (97%)
International Students
25
Faculty
Lucerne, Zurich
Campuses
Popular Programs
Global Business Management
Hotel & Hospitality Management
Culinary Arts
International Hospitality Management
MBA
Pastry, Chocolate and Bakery
Application Details
Application Route
Online + admissions advisor
Application Fee
CHF 1,000
Visa Processing
Up to 12 weeks
English (BA)
IELTS 5.5
Standardized Test Requirements
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IELTS (Bachelor)
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5.5 |
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IELTS (Pastry Diploma)
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5.0 |
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IELTS (PGD / MSc / MBA)
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5.0-6.0 by programme |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
85%
I-20 Processing
D visa + B permit (study)
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
Work permit (quota)
Financials
Application Fee
CHF 1,000
Avg Scholarship
CHF 500-1,000 (GPA)
Career Outcomes
N/A
Post-Study Work
15 hrs/week
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Faculty Staff — 25
International Staff — 56%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
BHMS teaches on several buildings in Lucerne city centre, including the City Campus with its student restaurant, and opened a second campus in Zurich (Vulkanstrasse) in August 2025.
Campus Details
Lucerne
and Zurich
1028
students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 15 to 25 C
Coldest (Jan): -2 to 4 C
Climate: Temperate oceanic
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Housing: Shared campus rooms included in fees
Dining
Dining: Three meals a day at City Campus Restaurant (weekdays)
Health & Wellness
Health: Mandatory health insurance included in fees
Activities & Clubs
Excursions
90+ nationalities
guaranteed internships
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
1,028
International Students
97%
Undergraduate
84.1%
Postgraduate
15.9%
Nationalities
90+
Cost Deep-Dive
BA - Year 1 (all-in)
CHF 37,500
BA - Year 3 (all-in)
CHF 39,500
MSc Int. Hospitality (12 mo)
CHF 39,500
MBA (12 months)
CHF 42,500
Combined MSc + MBA (18 mo)
CHF 57,000
Intakes & Deadlines
BHMS has several intakes a year. Bachelor of Arts programmes list intakes in November 2026, February 2027 and August 2027 (the BA in Global Business Management lists further dates from September 2026 to August 2027). Postgraduate programmes have two to four intakes a year. Visa processing can take up to 12 weeks, so applicants should apply early.
Scholarships at Business & Hotel Management School (BHMS)
3 scholarships available
All Levels
CHF 500
GPA scholarship (60-69% GPA)
All Levels
CHF 1,000 off
Early payment discount
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Postgraduate
Undergraduate degree; IELTS 5.0-6.0
English Proficiency
IELTS (Bachelor)
IELTS (Pastry Diploma)
IELTS (PGD / MSc / MBA)
5.0-6.0 by programmeRequired Documents
Passport copy
Secondary school diploma and transcripts (bachelor)
Bachelor's degree certificate and transcripts (master)
English (or French) language certificate
CV and motivation letter
Reference letters (where required)
Certified translations of non-English documents
Proof of funds (visa)
Swiss health insurance (or school plan)
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme page for entry requirements, language level, intakes and fees.
2
Apply online
Submit the online application with transcripts, passport copy, language certificate and the application fee.
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Receive admission
Wait for the admission decision and the official letter of acceptance from the institution.
4
Pay deposit / confirm
Confirm your place by the stated deadline, paying any confirmation deposit or first-term fees.
5
Apply for a D visa
Non-EU/EFTA students apply for a national D visa at the Swiss embassy or consulate with proof of funds.
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Arrive and register
Register with the commune within 14 days of arrival to receive a B residence permit for study.
Campus & Location
BHMS teaches on several buildings in Lucerne city centre, including the City Campus with its student restaurant, and opened a second campus in Zurich (Vulkanstrasse) in August 2025.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
BA Global Business Management
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Bachelor's
BA Culinary Arts
Master's
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Master's
MBA with Specialisation
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Master's
Combined MSc and MBA
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